The St. James Visual Arts Group strives to present the art and photography of members of the congregation and local Northwest artists through 6 exhibitions presented every other month throughout the year. Receptions for the exhibiting artists are held on the third Sunday evening every other month after the Jazz Vespers. Anyone interested in the visual arts are welcome to join us. Meetings are held on the last Saturday of every other month. Watch for announcements of our special artist led workshops.
2025 Exhibition Schedule at St. James:
January-February Joel Nickel
March-April Hilde Morin
May-June Mirabella Artists
July-August Fiber Art
September-October Friedrich Steenbock
November-December Group Show
St. James Visual Arts Group: Friedrich Steenbock
Friedrich Steenbock (Schuler) will be exhibiting his latest oil paintings in September-October. His goal is to improve his focus on light that expresses a warm mood no matter the hour of the day. He says he is influenced by the example of 19th century Ukrainian painters who were quoted, “put more paint on there, make it a fat glob”. Friedrich wants to offer a small space, a respite in a troubled, cold and technological world through his painting of light filled spaces.
Friedrich is offering a Mexican food night for his reception at 6:00pm on September 21st, 2025 — after the Jazz Vespers Service. Please join us in a celebration of his art and Mexican cuisine!
